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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,509
Typical prices: C$ 1,446-C$ 2,225
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Sun 2/12Mon 17/12
YOW - NBO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,027
Typical prices: C$ 923-C$ 1,196
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/11
YOW - NBO • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,593 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 22h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Nairobi (YOW-NBO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Nairobi

Wed, 2 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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4:15 p.m. - 11:05 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
58h 50m2 stops Calgary New York John F Kennedy Intl
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11:35 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
56h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Calgary
C$ 1,509Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
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5:30 a.m. - 3:05 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
37h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Istanbul
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4:50 a.m. - 11:40 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
26h 50m2 stops Istanbul Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,553Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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8:30 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
32h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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5:25 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
27h 45m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,760Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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12:10 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
26h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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11:55 p.m. - 2:07 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
22h 12m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,781Air Canada
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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8:50 a.m. - 10:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 20m2 stops Halifax Intl Frankfurt am Main
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11:50 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
22h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,783Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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7:50 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
42h 55m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Arusha Kilimanjaro
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11:55 p.m. - 3:57 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
24h 02m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,793Air Canada
1 day ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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5:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:55 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
31h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,795Air France
1 day ago
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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9:00 a.m. - 9:50 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main
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11:55 p.m. - 9:47 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
41h 52m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,811Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 7 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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5:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:55 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
31h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,828Air France
18 hours ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar
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5:15 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:55 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-YOW Ottawa
23h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,893Air France
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at C$ 1,412 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,582) and July (C$ 2,258) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,027
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 79% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

When to book flights from Ottawa to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 19,072 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from C$ 1,446 to C$ 2,225, with an average of C$ 1,752 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,446 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the C$ 1,752 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,509 to C$ 7,916. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,155, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autounion Car Rental
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Right Cars
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 69% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 31% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,520 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 2,168, a difference of C$ 647.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 01m, compared with 22h 11m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 7 hours ahead of Ottawa (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 1,520, about C$ 647 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 1,412 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,171 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

    • Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport
    • Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport By IHG

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